April 15, 2006

Uganda Waterfalls Tour---Sipi Falls

Sipi Falls-the 2nd falls

Running Silk

Sipi Falls, lying at the edge of Mount Elgon and bordering with Kenya is a series of three waterfalls. The view along the way to Sipi Falls is stunningly scenic, with Mount Elgon overlooking on one side and on the others, the typical African desert plain stretching out into the distance.

Although most guest houses provide guided walks for a fee, it is easy enough to visit all three waterfalls without getting lost. In light of supporting the local economy and culture exchange, I hired myself a guide, who was having a school break from Mbale, the closest city to Sipi Falls.

Sipi Falls-the 1st falls


I’ve never felt so popular in my whole life. Since the day I arrived in Uganda, I have lost count the number of people who asked me to be their friend. I don’t doubt their genuineness in asking me so. However, I was flattered more than shocked when my guide told me that he fell in love with me after we spent less than a day walking the trails. Love in the first sight? I don’t think so. It must be the romantic atmosphere produced by the picture-like surroundings.

Sipi Falls-the 3rd falls

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